Congressional District 7, PA
Livability
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Bikeability
1/10
directions_run
Walkability
2/10
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Transit
2/10
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Commute
6/10
home
Housing
6/10
visibility
Safety
7/10
local_library
Schools
6/10
local_airport
Airports
5/10
school
Colleges
8/10
accessibility
Hospitals
8/10
- directions_bike Bikeability
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Not Bikeable. The area lacks biking infrastructure and has unsafe or impractical conditions for cyclists, requiring alternative transportation methods.
- directions_run Walkability
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Not Walkable. The area is heavily car-dependent, with almost no amenities within walking distance or pedestrian-friendly infrastructure.
- directions_car Commute
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Average Commutes. Travel times and convenience are typical, with some challenges during peak hours or in certain areas.
- directions_bus Transit
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Very Limited Access. The area has little to no public transportation infrastructure, making it difficult to travel without a personal vehicle.
- home Housing
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Moderately Priced. The area has a balanced cost of living, with housing and rent costs that are neither particularly high nor low.
- visibility Safety
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Moderately Safe. The area experiences moderate crime levels; while safe in many aspects, some caution may be necessary.
- local_airport Airports
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Limited Accessibility. Getting to the airport requires significant travel time or effort. Not ideal for frequent travel.
- accessibility Hospitals
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Well-Served. A good range of reputable hospitals and healthcare providers are easily accessible, ensuring reliable medical services.
- school Colleges
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Well-Connected. A good selection of reputable colleges is easily accessible, providing strong options for higher education.
- local_library Schools
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Strong Performance. Well-regarded schools with above-average academic outcomes, dependable graduation success, and solid support for college preparation.
Residents
Population
770,006
332.4M (US)
Median Age
41.2 yr
39 yr (US)
Family Households
67.3%
64% (US)
College-Educated
32.0%
35% (US)
Economy
Median Income
$80,362
$79K (US)
Above Poverty
89.9%
88% (US)
Average Commute
29 mi
29 mi (US)
Moved Recently
10.6%
13% (US)
Housing
Median Home
$270,300
$303K (US)
Median Expenses
$739
$612 (US)
Median Rent
$1,119
$1,165 (US)
Owner-Occupied
64.2%
58% (US)
Crime
Violent Crime Score
Likelihood of experiencing crime involving violence or threats.
How the Violent Crime Score here compares with other places
Pennsylvania
3
United States
4
Property Crime Score
Likelihood of experiencing theft, burglary, or property damage.
How the Property Crime Score here compares with other places
Pennsylvania
3
United States
4
Climate
| Month | Rain (in) | Snow (in) | Temp (°F) |
|---|---|---|---|
| Jan | 3 | 8 | 27 |
| Feb | 3 | 9 | 30 |
| Mar | 4 | 5 | 38 |
| Apr | 4 | 1 | 49 |
| May | 4 | 0 | 59 |
| Jun | 4 | 0 | 68 |
| Jul | 4 | 0 | 73 |
| Aug | 4 | 0 | 71 |
| Sep | 5 | 0 | 63 |
| Oct | 4 | 0 | 52 |
| Nov | 4 | 1 | 42 |
| Dec | 4 | 4 | 32 |
Hazards
Inland Flood Risk
Tornado Risk
Politics
Historical Voting Patterns
This place is a true purple area, with voters evenly split, with 50% of residents leaning left and 46% leaning right.
Liberal (51%) (46%) Conservative2016 Presidential Election Results
Donald Trump 50%Schools
Lehigh El Sch
<1 miles, SW
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4.6
Northern Lehigh MS
4 miles, W
•
1.9
Northern Lehigh SHS
4 miles, W
•
4.6
Slatington El Sch
4 miles, W
•
3.2
Colleges
Lehigh Carbon Community College
8 miles, SW
•
1.9
Triangle Tech Inc-Bethlehem
10 miles, S
•
1.9
Platt College-McCann-Allentown
10 miles, S
Empire Beauty School-Lehigh Valley
10 miles, S
•
1
Hospitals
Palmerton Hospital
5 miles, NW
Blue Mountain Hospital
11 miles, NW
•
2.3
Surgical Specialty Center at Coordinated Health
11 miles, SW
Coordinated Health Orthopedic Hospital
11 miles, SE
Airports
Lehigh Valley International Airport
10 miles, S
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1.4
Wilkes-Barre-Scranton International Airport
40 miles, N
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1.4
Trenton Mercer Airport
51 miles, SE
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1.4
Philadelphia International Airport
64 miles, S
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4.1